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An attenuator is an electrical device used to reduce the power of a signal without distorting its waveform. It is commonly used in electrical engineering to adjust the level of a signal without changing its other characteristics. Attenuators are available in a variety of forms, including fixed, variable, and programmable. Fixed attenuators are designed to reduce the power of a signal by a predetermined amount, while variable attenuators can be adjusted to reduce the power of a signal by any desired amount. Programmable attenuators are designed to reduce the power of a signal by a predetermined amount, but can be adjusted to reduce the power of a signal by any desired amount. Attenuators are used in a variety of applications, including radio frequency (RF) and microwave systems, audio systems, and power systems. They are also used in telecommunications, medical imaging, and industrial automation. Some companies in the attenuator market include Anaren, Avago Technologies, Commscope, Fairview Microwave, and Pasternack. Show Less Read more